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Springfield College Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Springfield, MassachusettsLocation

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Estd1885established year

3246enrollment

Private (Not for Profit)

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Springfield College, Massachusetts is a private not for profit institute with an admission rate of 63%. There are 4100 students out of which 2500 undergraduates study at the main campus in Springfield. The college has a student to faculty ratio of 12: 1.

The College offers a plethora of programs for international students in health science, human and social services, sports management, education, business, arts and sciences at undergraduate and graduate levels. Doctoral degrees are also awarded in physical education, physical therapy and counseling psychology. The College has a curriculum that focuses on building Humanics philosophy, a very different aspect in the U.S. education system.

Some notable points that must be kept in mind while applying to the Springfield College are as follows:

Applicants can apply through the online portal or submit a paper application.
The applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and international students are advised to apply as soon as possible.
Submission of SAT and ACT scores are all optional but are encouraged and should be sent along.
100% of the freshmen undergraduate students were awarded financial aid with an average package of 33000 USD per student through scholarships, loans and grants.
Classes for the spring semester have been shifted online.
The college is expected to resume classes for the fall semester only after keeping the security of each student in mind.
Due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis, the requirement for GRE scores has been waived for the remaining application cycle.
Also keeping in mind the financial strain that the situation has created, the application fee of 50 USD has also been waived off for the remaining application cycle.

Highlights

Institute Type	Private
Application Portal (for undergraduates)	Common Application or Paper Application
Application Portal (for graduates)	Online Application or paper application
Application Fee	50 USD
Acceptance rate	63%
Retention rate	81%
Graduation rate	72%
Academic Calendar	Semester based
Intake Seasons	Rolling
Accepted test scores for English proficiency	TOEFL/ IELTS/ MELAB/ PTE
SAT/ ACT scores	Optional
Mode of Payment	Mastercard/ American Express/ Discover/ Visa
Work experience	Not required
Financial Aid	Scholarships, loans, grants

Application deadlines

Springfield College has a rolling admissions policy. There are 2 application deadlines – early decision 1 and early decision 2. Students who have made their minds to take admission to the college must apply by the early decision 1 for timely processing of applications. The following table shows the deadlines for applications to be submitted

Decision Type	Deadlines
Early Decision 1	December 1 - Application Deadline January 1- Credential submission deadline
Early Decision 2	January 15- Application deadline February 1 – Credential submission deadline

Some programs in physical therapy and physical assistant have limited enrollment. Therefore, students must submit timely applications within deadlines given below:

Program	Deadline
Physical Therapy	December 1 – Application deadline January 15 – Credential submission deadline
Physical Assistant	January 15 – Application deadline February 1 – Credential submission deadline

International Student Admissions

Admission Portal: There are 2 ways to apply to the college – Paper application or the Common Application

Submission of paper application will have to be posted to Springfield College, Doggett International Center, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA
To apply through common application, respond to Springfield member screen questions and make Springfield as one of the chosen colleges on the dashboard

Application Fee: 50 USD

Basic Admission Requirements:

Submission of official transcripts
- An official transcript secondary/high school with proof of graduation.
- Math and Science requirements should be met during the secondary education
- All transcripts must be in English
- In case the institute is outside U.S., a professional credential evaluation from any member of NACES
Minimum English proficiency requirements
Submit a financial guarantee form and 200 USD tuition deposit
Letter of recommendation
Detailed resume
Admission essay
Interview
GRE/ GMAT scores (for graduates)

English Proficiency Test Scores

Students aspiring to take admission to the Springfield College also have to fulfill language requirements to prove their skills in English language. The following table provides information on minimum scores required for both undergraduate and graduate international admissions:

Test	Undergraduate	Graduate
TOEFL PBT	523	550
TOEFL CBT	193	213
TOEFL IBT	70	80-90 (Depending on the program of entry)
IELTS	6.0	7.0
MELAB	73	77
PTE Academic	48	53

Alternatively, students can be exempted from meeting this requirement if:

Applicant lives in a country where the official language is English.
Applicant has proof showing that the language of instruction for secondary or undergraduate coursework was English.
Applicant can submit SAT/ ACT scores that meet admissions requirements
Applicant has college passing credit (C or higher) from U.S. College or University in ENG 101 or higher.

Visa Process for International Students

International students studying in the U.S. must apply for an F-1 student visa to study in the USA. A detailed guideline will help you understand the process.

After being accepted by Springfield College and submitting financial guarantee and a 300 USD deposit, college issues Form I20. This will help in application for F-1 student visa
When you receive a letter of acceptance and I20, apply for a visa stamp at the US embassy in your country.

To apply for a visa, students will have to follow the steps given below and require the documents mentioned:

Passport
Pay SEVIS fee
Schedule an appointment at the US embassy in your country
Documents required for the interview are:
Form I20
Financial support documents
Receipt of SEVIS fee
Photo
Evidence of English proficiency
Evidence showing intention to leave U.S. after the completion of studies
The immigration officer at the airport will give the duration of the status stamp.
Report on the international center in Springfield college
International Center keeps a copy of your documents

Springfield College Undergraduate Admissions

Students admitted to Springfield College must have completed from an approved secondary school or have obtained a general equivalency diploma (GED). High school course work and grade point average are 2 most important parameters for admission. Recommended coursework distribution must include: 4 years of English, 3 years of math with at least 2 in Algebra, 2 years of history or social science, 3 years of lab science (your program might require additional courses), 2 consecutive years of foreign language. A diverse set of co-curriculum looks good for admission to the College.

Where to Apply: Common Application online or Paper Application

Application fee: 50 USD

Admission Requirements:

High School GPA
SAT/ACT Test scores - SAT/ACT is optional for all programs except for Physical therapy, Physician Assistant, Occupational therapy, Athletic training and Education programs.
Application Essay- A personal statement essay is a great opportunity to demonstrate skills and persona beyond your grades.
Recommendation letters- At least 1 academic recommendation letter but more recommendations are welcomed by the college administration.
Interviews - An optional factor but taking it will be helpful and is encouraged.

Springfield College: Graduate Admissions

For admission to graduate programs of Springfield College, submission of official transcript from each college/institute attended is required. Transcripts are supposed to be in English, if not then a professional credential evaluation by any member of NACES. International graduate students need to submit English proficiency results through TOEFL or IELTS scores.

After the application form is processed applicants will receive application portal credentials through which a graduate admission essay has to be uploaded. Essay should entail your occupational objectives, reason for choosing Springfield and particular course.

Detailed requirements of some graduate programs are given in the table below:

Requirements	Athletic Counseling	MBA	Master of Education in Physical Education	Master of Science in Exercise Physiology	Master of Science in Sport and Exercise Psychology
Application Fee	50 USD	50 USD	50 USD	50 USD	50 USD
Transcripts	Required	Required	Required	Required	Required
GRE/ GMAT scores	Not Required	Not Required	Required, GRE scores	Required, GRE scores	Required, GRE scores
Recommendation Letters	Required, 3 letters	Required, 3 letters	Required, 3 letters	Required, 2 letters	Required, 2 letters
Admission essay	Required	Required	Required	Required	Required
Detailed resume	Required	Required	Required	Required	Required

Springfield College provides a complete learning process with their programs. A few of the graduate programs have a few extra parameters for judgment of the applicant. A detailed resume with your interest in the subject and a letter of recommendation are important factors on which an applicant is judged and given admission. The application essay is also extremely important as it reflects on the student’s interests, hobbies and objective of the course he/she is pursuing. Interviews are also an optional factor but will be helpful and encouraged.

All deliverables should be sent to Springfield College, Doggett International Center, 263, Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109-3797.

FAQs

Ques. How can I submit an application for admission to Springfield College?

Ans. There are 2 ways to apply to Springfield College – Paper application or the Online Application

Submission of paper application will have to be posted to Springfield College, Doggett International Center, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA
To apply as an undergraduate student complete the common application and to apply as a graduate student complete the online application on the official website.

Ques. Where do I send my documents for admission to Springfield College?

Ans. All credentials must be sent to the Office of Graduate Admissions of Springfield College by email or mail at: Office of Graduate Admissions

Springfield College

263 Alden Street

Springfield, MA 01109

Ques. Can I apply to Springfield College if my GPA is low?

Ans. Applications for most of the programs at Springfield College conduct a holistic review of all credentials you submit. This means that while academic achievement is a critical piece of the review puzzle, it isn't the only one. The Springfield College will review all applications in their entirety, regardless of GPA.

Ques. Is Springfield College test optional?

Ans. Yes, Springfield College is test optional. First year applicants do not have to submit SAT/ ACT scores.

Ques. Is there an application deadline to apply to Springfield College?

Ans. Springfield College has a rolling admission policy. There are 2 deadlines to apply known as the early decision 1 and 2. The early decision 1 deadline is December 1 and early decision 2 deadline is January 15. There are separate deadlines for the submission of credentials.